Drive Belt Adjustment - 1.8L

1984 Plymouth Horizon Base, 1.6 ASECTION Drive Belt Adjustment - 1.8L
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BELT ADJUSTMENT - 1.8L

Application (1) Deflection In. (mm)
A/C Compressor
New .20-.22 (5.1-5.5)
Used .24-.28 (6.1-7.1)
Alternator/Water Pump
New Belt .26-.32 (6.5-8.0)
Used Belt .37 (9.5)
Power Steering Pump .24-.35 (6.1-8.9)
(1) With 22 lbs. (10 kg) pressure applied midway on longest belt run.
RENDER: 1.0x

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